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Mjóifjörður Travel Guide: A Remote Fjord in Austurland

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:12:00 +0000

Tucked away between steep mountains on the coast of Austurland (East Iceland), Mjóifjörður is one of the region’s quietest and most remote fjords. Home to a small community of around 10–15 people, Mjóifjörður is one of the unique communities to discover along The Fjord Way, a journey through the fjords and coastal landscapes of Austurland.

What Are the Top Locations in Iceland to View the Northern Lights?

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0000

Many travelers who have visited Iceland before link the northern lights with Reykjavík or the south coast. Yet some of the top locations in Iceland to view the northern lights sit quietly in the east. The region stays far from crowds and city lights. If a trip to Iceland is on your calendar this winter, East Iceland deserves a closer look. Iceland sits just below the auroral oval, the band of activity around the magnetic poles. This location makes the northern lights in Iceland a near nightly possibility through the winter months. East Iceland offers even more advantages for anyone planning a hunt for the auroras.

East Iceland Hidden Gems Worth Exploring

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Austurland holds some of the country's quietest landscapes, far from the crowds. Many of its best spots sit within an hour or two of Egilsstaðir, the region's largest town. A short day trip works for some, while others suit a longer road trip. Either way, these East Iceland hidden gems are worth the detour off the Ring Road. Renting a car opens up the full region, from puffin cliffs to basalt canyons hidden behind glacial rivers. Whether you're planning a scenic road trip or hoping to explore beyond Iceland's busiest destinations, East Iceland delivers. It offers plenty of rewarding detours. These hidden corners provide a deeper connection to the region's nature, history, and local culture.

Breiðdalsvík Travel Guide: Where Mountains Meet the Sea

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:35:00 +0000

Whether you're driving Iceland's Ring Road or exploring Austurland (East Iceland) in more depth, Breiðdalsvík is one of the communities waiting to be discovered along The Fjord Way. Surrounded by dramatic mountains, beautiful valleys, waterfalls, black-sand beaches and wide-open coastal landscapes, this quiet village offers a chance to experience a slower and more peaceful side of Austurland.

Fáskrúðsfjörður & Stöðvarfjörður Travel Guide: Two Charming Villages Along the Eastfjords

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Fáskrúðsfjörður and Stöðvarfjörður are two Eastfjords communities with stories, traditions and experiences that are well worth slowing down for. Part of The Fjord Way, these neighbouring fjords offer a fascinating mix of French heritage, remarkable geology, local art, hiking adventures and peaceful coastal landscapes

Reyðarfjörður & Eskifjörður Travel Guide: Fishing Heritage Between Mountains and Fjords

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0000

Eskifjörður and Reyðarfjörður are two fascinating communities, where dramatic mountains, deep fjords and a rich maritime history come together. Part of The Fjord Way, these neighbouring towns offer travellers a chance to experience the landscapes and stories that have shaped life along Iceland's eastern coast.

Neskaupstaður Travel Guide: A Hidden Gem at the Edge of the Eastfjords

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0000

Tucked inside Norðfjörður and surrounded by towering mountains, colourful cliffs and the open sea, Neskaupstaður is one of Austurland's (East Iceland's) most dramatic and distinctive communities. Known as Iceland's easternmost town, it offers a chance to experience a quieter side of the Eastfjords, where nature, local history, maritime traditions and everyday life come together.

Petra’s Stone Collection: A Rare Mineral Museum in the East Fjords

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:09:00 +0000

Explore the vibrant world of Petra’s Stone Collection in the East Fjords. See rare Icelandic minerals and crystals in this famous, lifelong private collection.